Call for Nominations: 2014 PIMS Education Prize

Date: 01/28/2014

The Pacific Institute for the Mathematical Sciences is
now accepting nominations for the 2014 PIMS Education Prize. The winner
receives $1000.

The prize will be awarded to a member of the PIMS
community who has made a significant contribution to education in the
mathematical sciences. This prize is intended to recognize individuals from the
PIMS universities, or other educational institutions in Alberta, British
Columbia and Saskatchewan who have played a major role in encouraging
activities which have enhanced public awareness and appreciation of
mathematics, as well as fostering communication among various groups and
organizations concerned with mathematical training at all levels.

Sponsors are to provide a cover letter explaining the
nominee's contribution, impact and relevance for the prize. The nomination
should also include a CV of the nominee, including publications, a brief
summary of major accomplishments and relevant samples of the nominee's work,
such as reprints or educational materials.

Nominations received last year will automatically be
considered for this year's prize.